In Nigeria, the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, has voiced his opposition against the practice of family planning, claiming that it could lead to the extinction of the human race.
The monarch expressed these views during a public debate on family planning, emphasizing the importance of adhering to God’s intentions for procreation. He disputed the widely held notion that overpopulation is responsible for poverty, citing China as an example of a highly populated nation that has succeeded due to its abundant human resources.
The Oluwo of Iwo challenged the belief that overpopulation leads to poverty, citing China’s remarkable progress despite its large population. He also criticized nations that impose restrictions on childbearing, pointing out that a significant portion of Canada’s population comprises immigrants born outside the country. He underscored the significance of education in national development, drawing attention to the success of China, which he attributed to its commitment to technical education.
Additionally, the monarch highlighted the potential advantage of the substantial population in northern Nigeria and emphasized the need to prioritize the quality of education rather than imposing limitations on the number of children.